GSD-2023-1002028 ovl: Use "buf" flexible array for memcpy() destination
A potential memory corruption issue in the Linux Kernel overlayfs module was identified and patched, though specific impact remains unproven.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2023-1002028?
GSD-2023-1002028 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Kernel, published on 13 Feb 2023.
Official description
ovl: Use "buf" flexible array for memcpy() destination
This is an automated ID intended to aid in discovery of potential security vulnerabilities. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. This ID is fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.15.93 by commit a77141a06367825d639ac51b04703d551163e36c. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1002028?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1002028?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1002028 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is GSD-2023-1002028 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1002028 in the wild and no public exploit code.